Miami, famous for its vibrant nightlife, diverse culture, and iconic beaches, is the third most populous metropolis on the East Coast of the United States. Pembroke Pines, on the other hand, offers a more suburban or small-town vibe, with a focus on family-friendly entertainment and amenities. Both cities have their unique characteristics and cater to different lifestyle preferences, potentially suiting a range of relocation or vacation objectives.
Distance between
Miami, FL and
Pembroke Pines, FL : 16.5 miles
Miami's population is larger by 160%. Its population has grown by 77,420 people (21.4%) since 2000. The population of Pembroke Pines has grown by 31,964 people (23.3%) during that time.
When it comes to crime rates, Pembroke Pines is notably safer than Miami. The overall crime rate in Miami is considerably high as compared to the national average, with a higher instance of both property and violent crimes. While Pembroke Pines does, indeed, experience crime, it's low in comparison to Miami and even the Florida state average. Therefore, for those who prioritize safety in their choice of residence or vacation destinations, Pembroke Pines stands out as a viable option.
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
Sex Offenders
According to our data, there are 1,365 registered sex offenders living in Miami and 27 registered sex offenders living in . The ratio of residents to sex offenders in Miami is 332 to 1; the ratio in Pembroke Pines is 6,244 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents is much larger in Miami than that in Pembroke Pines.
Cost of Living
While the cost of living in both cities is above the national average, Miami is notably more expensive. Compared to Pembroke Pines, Miami has higher housing costs and transportation costs. Additionally, Miami's bustling nightlife and vibrant culinary scene could mean higher daily living costs.
Income Tax
Florida does not have a state income tax, which applies to both Miami and Pembroke Pines. This can be particularly appealing for residents with high incomes.
Property Tax
Property Tax rates in both cities may vary but are generally higher in Miami due to the higher property values. However, both cities, being in Broward County, impose similar millage rates.
Sales Tax
Both cities are located in Florida, which has a state sales tax rate of 6%. However, Miami-Dade County imposes an additional 1% on certain purchases, making it slightly higher than in Pembroke Pines.
Income
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Estimated median household income
$48,789
$76,439
Estimated per capita income
$37,223
$37,580
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
110.1
109.6
If you make $50,000 in Pembroke Pines, you will have to make $50,228 in Miami to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Miami, located on the southeastern side of Florida, has several beaches and is close to the Everglades National Park. Pembroke Pines is located slightly inland and is characterized by flat land, dotted by lakes and ponds.
Pembroke Pines has a notably robust education system, with several highly-rated public and private schools. Miami, while having a diverse selection of schools, doesn't have the same consistent school performance ratings as Pembroke Pines.
Miami has a diverse economy, with ample opportunities in tourism, finance, media, and international trade. Pembroke Pines has a strong retail sector and also has opportunities in healthcare and education. The unemployment rate is generally lower in Pembroke Pines compared to Miami.
Biggest Employers
Major employers in Miami include the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Miami-Dade County, the Federal Government, and the University of Miami. For Pembroke Pines, the biggest employers are the Pembroke Lakes Mall and the Memorial Hospital Pembroke.
There were 102 building permits issued in Miami in 2012 (81 more than in 2011) compared to 4 building permits issued in Pembroke Pines in 2012 (40 less than in 2011).
In Miami (Miami-Dade County), 61.8% voted for Democrats and 38.0% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Pembroke Pines (Broward County), 67.3% voted for Democrats and 32.3% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
2020
53.5%
64.8%
46.2%
34.9%
0.3%
0.3%
2016
63.4%
66.2%
33.9%
31.2%
2.7%
2.6%
2012
61.8%
67.3%
38.0%
32.3%
0.3%
0.3%
2008
58.1%
67.5%
41.9%
32.5%
0.0%
0.0%
2004
53.0%
64.6%
46.7%
34.8%
0.3%
0.5%
2000
52.7%
67.7%
46.4%
31.1%
0.9%
1.2%
1996
57.3%
63.5%
37.9%
28.3%
4.8%
8.2%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
CATHOLIC CHURCH
21.8%
16.0%
4.5%
4.4%
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
3.2%
4.2%
21.8%
17.4%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
1.1%
0.9%
4.3%
4.6%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
0.9%
1.0%
1.0%
1.3%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
0.5%
0.4%
2.1%
1.6%
AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES IN THE USA
0.0%
0.7%
0.2%
0.2%
Weather
Both Miami and Pembroke Pines share a subtropical climate. Winters are short and warm, and summers are long, hot, and humid. Miami is closer to the coast and often experiences tropical monsoons, while Pembroke Pines, located inland, tends to face less frequent severe weather impacts. When it comes to weather comparison, preference would largely depend on an individual's desire for coastal or inland climate.
Weather and climate
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Temperature - Average
77.3°F
76.7°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
77.3%
77.3%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
31%
31%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
86%
86%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
55%
55%
Precipitation - Yearly average
60 in
63.5 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
0 in
0 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
12.3%
12.3%
Sunshine amount - Average
76.8%
76.8%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
16%
16%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
79%
79%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
63%
63%
Wind speed - Average
9.1 mph
9.1 mph
Average climate in Miami, Florida
Average climate in Pembroke Pines, Florida
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Miami
Pembroke Pines
2018
72
72
0.24
0.22
2.7
8.6
31.8
25.0
15.5
15.6
8.6
6.9
0.3
0.1
2017
80
80
0.27
0.23
3.0
9.2
30.9
24.8
N/A
N/A
8.5
8.2
0.4
0.1
2016
68
68
0.30
0.22
2.9
8.9
32.6
27.0
N/A
N/A
7.2
7.0
0.0
0.0
2015
62
62
0.23
0.22
2.4
4.8
29.0
23.1
N/A
N/A
8.2
8.2
0.0
0.0
2014
71
73
0.21
0.25
3.8
5.8
30.7
23.5
N/A
N/A
8.0
8.0
0.0
0.0
2013
64
64
0.22
0.16
3.1
4.0
30.8
22.5
N/A
N/A
7.9
7.9
0.0
0.0
2012
71
71
0.19
0.18
2.9
4.5
32.1
23.8
N/A
N/A
8.7
8.7
0.0
0.0
2011
72
72
0.16
0.09
3.0
5.0
32.3
22.9
N/A
N/A
8.7
8.6
0.0
0.0
2010
77
77
0.31
0.36
4.2
6.1
32.3
25.1
N/A
N/A
9.1
9.1
0.0
0.0
2009
67
67
0.53
0.49
3.3
5.5
31.9
22.9
N/A
N/A
9.1
9.0
0.0
0.0
2008
95
96
0.55
0.45
3.8
4.9
31.0
26.0
18.0
18.5
10.5
10.5
0.0
0.0
2007
94
95
0.59
0.49
5.0
5.9
33.5
27.3
21.9
21.2
10.5
10.5
0.0
0.0
2006
87
91
0.48
0.60
5.8
7.4
34.6
27.2
22.3
22.0
10.2
10.2
0.0
0.0
2005
75
75
0.55
0.56
6.0
7.2
31.8
24.8
18.8
18.6
8.7
8.7
0.0
0.0
2004
69
69
1.02
0.66
5.9
7.4
31.3
24.4
19.5
19.2
8.5
8.5
0.3
0.3
2003
70
70
0.99
0.74
6.5
8.4
29.5
22.7
N/A
N/A
8.4
8.4
0.4
0.4
2002
75
76
0.71
0.61
6.3
7.5
30.2
23.4
N/A
N/A
8.4
8.4
2.1
2.1
2001
84
86
0.80
0.65
5.9
8.6
30.2
24.2
N/A
N/A
9.1
9.1
1.5
1.5
2000
66
67
0.89
0.62
6.7
8.7
31.1
25.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.3
1.3
Natural disasters
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
63%
72%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
1.1%
1.1%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
10%
27%
Transportation
Miami has a highly developed public transportation system that includes buses, Metrorail, and Metromover. It's also served by several major highways, which provide access to residents and tourists alike. Pembroke Pines has a community bus service and is easily accessible through major highways. Commute times can be longer than in Miami.
Transport
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Amtrak stations
2
0
Amtrak stations nearby
3
3
FAA registered aircraft
1
204
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
159
28
Means of transportation to work
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Bicycle
0.8%
0.1%
Bus
3.8%
0.9%
Carpooled
8.5%
9.1%
Car alone
81.1%
87.3%
Railroad
0.2%
0.1%
Streetcar
0.5%
0%
Subway
0.3%
0.5%
Taxicab
0.2%
0.1%
Walked
2.6%
0.7%
Average travel time to work
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Average
33.7 min
25.4 min
Other means
26.1 min
33.4 min
Public transportation
48.5 min
47.2 min
Private vehicle occupancy
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Average
1.1
1.1
Drove alone
89%
90.9%
In 2 person carpool
9.2%
7%
In 3 person carpool
0.9%
1.2%
In 4 person carpool
0.4%
0.4%
In 5-6 person carpool
0.3%
0.3%
In 7+ person carpool
0.2%
0.1%
How many people usually rode to work in the car, truck or van.
Real Estate
Real estate in Miami is diverse and significantly more expensive compared to Pembroke Pines. However, with this comes an array of options, from beachfront properties to high-rise apartments. Conversely, Pembroke Pines leans more towards single-family homes at more affordable prices.
Neighborhoods
Miami has an attractive array of vibrant neighborhoods, from the trendy Miami Beach to the culturally rich Little Havana. Each neighborhood offers its unique culture and lifestyle. Pembroke Pines offers quieter, community-focused neighborhoods with spacious properties and numerous parks. It's an excellent place for families.
Houses and residents
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
Houses
219,775
67,317
Average household size (people)
2.5
2.7
Median year apartment built
1981
1990
Median year house/condo built
1968
1991
Length of stay in the house since moving in
13.8 years
11.6 years
Houses occupied
192,219 (87.5%)
64,378 (95.6%)
Houses occupied by owners
58,463 (30.4%)
44,517 (69.1%)
Houses occupied by renters
133,756 (69.6%)
19,861 (30.9%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$2,006
$906.77
Median monthly housing costs
$1,456
$1,460
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$1,201,540
$290,997
Estimated median house or condo value
$411,300
$368,400
Median numbers of rooms
3.8
4.9
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.4
4.1
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5
5.5
Median house price - detached houses
$499,839
$435,279
Median house price - in 2-unit structures
$427,603
$284,866
Median house price - in 3-to-4-unit structures
$107,725
$224,975
Median house price - in 5 or more unit structures
$570,126
$155,767
Median house price - mobile homes
$238,353
$255,441
Median house price - Townhouses or other attached units
$768,446
$288,054
Median house price - All housing units
$550,392
$352,884
Median house age
43
30
Renting percentage
67.7%
24.2%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
6,160.8
2,036.6
House value disparities
31.5%
28.7%
Household income disparities
51.3%
45.9%
Median household income for houses/condes with a mortgage
$92,897
$116,614
Median household income for apartments without a mortgage
$52,201
$65,092
Housing units without a mortgage
686 (2.1%)
455 (1.9%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
1,692 (5.1%)
1,643 (6.7%)
Housing units with a mortgage
32,656 (97.9%)
24,080 (98.1%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
36 (0.1%)
0 (0%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
2,892 (8.7%)
1,968 (8%)
House/condo owner moved in on average (years ago)
10
7
House/condo renter moved in on average (years ago)
2
3
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
1.6%
1.5%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
0.8%
0.7%
Housing units in structures
Housing units in structures
Miami
Pembroke Pines
One, detached
22.6%
48.6%
One, attached
9.7%
10.9%
Two
3.3%
1.3%
3 or 4
4.0%
1.6%
5 to 9
5.8%
7.6%
10 to 19
6.9%
6.0%
20 to 49
8.3%
12.5%
50 or more
39.2%
9.6%
Mobile homes
0.2%
1.8%
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
26,340
1,859
State government workers
3,509
3,922
Unpaid family workers
695
237
Industries and Occupations
In Miami, the dominant industries include tourism, trade, finance, and media, leading to a variety of occupations for residents. In contrast, Pembroke Pines has a strong concentration in health care, education, and retail.
In terms of healthcare, Miami has more extensive facilities, including some renowned hospitals and clinics. Pembroke Pines, though smaller, offers quality healthcare facilities.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Miami
Pembroke Pines
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
Miami's infrastructure is more developed than Pembroke Pines', befitting its status as a major city. It boasts international airports, advanced healthcare facilities, an extensive road and highway network, and significant real estate developments. On the other hand, Pembroke Pines provides all basic amenities and infrastructure, though on a smaller scale.
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Miami
Pembroke Pines
1999
0
559
2000
1,368
24
2001
1,354
21
2002
1,274
45
2003
1,618
884
2004
2,862
1,064
2005
4,991
1,688
2006
7,400
2,219
2007
5,318
1,284
2008
3,212
558
2009
888
203
Culture and Food
Miami boasts a diverse culture, with influences ranging from Caribbean to South American. This rich cultural heritage reflects in its food scene, offering an array of cuisines. Pembroke Pines also has diverse food offerings, though on a smaller scale, and has a more suburban culture.
Sports Teams
Miami is home to several major league sports teams, including the Miami Dolphins (NFL), Miami Heat (NBA), and Miami Marlins (MLB). In contrast, Pembroke Pines doesn't have major league sports teams but provides plenty of local sports programs for residents.
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